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Cylindrical metal sensor with angled head and 2 m PVC cable

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Sick VTE18-3E2312 photoelectric proximity sensor NPN

SKU CH-BDN7-SNEK3

Detects objects up to 200 mm with infrared LED, NPN light-switching output, IP67 brass housing, 2 m PVC cable, 10–30 V DC supply

  • Photoelectric proximity sensing up to 200 mm range
  • NPN light-switching output with 2 ms response time
  • Metal brass nickel-plated housing rated IP67 for harsh environments
  • Operates reliably from –25 °C to +70 °C
  • 2 m PVC cable with 0.14 mm² conductors for direct wiring

Sick VTE18-3E2312 proximity sensor

The Sick VTE18-3E2312 is a cylindrical photoelectric proximity sensor with an NPN switching output. It operates on a 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply and detects objects at distances from 3 mm to 170 mm using an infrared LED with a 2.8° dispersion angle. The metal housing is rated IP67 for dust and water protection.

Sustained operation at up to 70 °C

The sensor maintains its 2 ms response time and light-switching behaviour across an ambient range of –25 °C to +70 °C. Power consumption stays at 30 mA with a 10 % ripple tolerance on the supply voltage. The brass nickel-plated metal housing and PMMA optics resist temperature cycling without drift in the sensing range.

Cable connection and potentiometer adjustment

A 2 m PVC cable with 0.14 mm² conductors and a 3.1 mm outer diameter provides the electrical connection. The sensing distance is set by a potentiometer on the sensor body; no software or teach-in procedure is required. Installers must ensure the cable bend radius suits the PVC jacket and that the NPN output matches the controller input logic.

Highlights

  • Photoelectric proximity sensing up to 200 mm range
  • NPN light-switching output with 2 ms response time
  • Metal brass nickel-plated housing rated IP67 for harsh environments
  • Operates reliably from –25 °C to +70 °C
  • 2 m PVC cable with 0.14 mm² conductors for direct wiring

Specifications

BrandSICK
ModelSICK VTE18-3E2312

Questions about this item

How much power does the VTE18-3E2312 draw when running all day on a 30 V supply?

The sensor consumes a maximum of 30 mA from a 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply, with a ripple tolerance of 10 %, so continuous operation stays within that low current envelope.

What power source and wiring must I already have to install the VTE18-3E2312?

You need a 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply capable of at least 30 mA and a cable run that can accept a 2 m PVC lead with 0.14 mm² conductors and a 3.1 mm outer diameter.

Will the VTE18-3E2312 fit on the same 18 mm mounting points as my older sensors?

The housing is cylindrical and angled with a 60.6 mm overall dimension, so it matches standard 18 mm barrel mounting but the angled light emission may require bracket adjustment.

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